2007 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
